It seems like potlucks have become more popular and we are
often asked to bring a dish to school, work, church and family gatherings. The
key is to find an interesting dish that is easy to prepare and will remain
delicious even though it is prepared several hours in advance. Four dishes are
presented below and the actual recipes can be found in the list of popular
posts on this blog.
People in the United States call them quiche, but the Irish
refer to them as pies.
1. Erin's Egg, Bacon and Leek Pie is a
favorite. This pie is made with bacon, leeks, and cream and is flavored with
parsley and nutmeg. The best part is that the saltiness of the bacon contrasts
with the mellow flavors of the eggs and the leeks. Cook the pie, cut it into
wedges and then put it on the table. A Clos LaChance Syrah is a perfect pairing
for this dish.
2. Another Irish pie
is Erin's Leek and Swiss Pie. This pie
is easy to make and it starts with a package of leek soup where you add cream,
eggs dry mustard and lots of Swiss cheese.
The bottom of the baked piecrust is covered with deviled ham. After the
pie has cooled, cut it into pieces, put a dab of sour cream on each piece with
some parsley and the pie is ready for the potluck. Try River Run's Cote D'
Aromas with this dish.
3. Teresa's Hot Italian Sausages and Peppers
is another hit at potlucks. Just add some spicy Italian sausages, garlic,
onions, and a bell pepper to a frying pan and turn on the heat. In a few minutes
you will have a tasty treat. Place bread around the outside of the dish, have a
spoon handy and people can then indulge in this creation. A Travieso Amaranta
goes well with this dish.
4. If you want to be
a little bit more ambitious, then try Rick's
Famous Cabbage Rolls. This dish is a staple of Polish cuisine and features
cabbage leaves filled with beef, pork, and rice. A contrast of color, texture
and flavors makes this a great dish for a potluck. The Thomas Fogarty Pinot
Noir is light and fruity and compliments this dish.